The 97th General Assembly "Part 2" started January 30, 2012 and we are in need of volunteers to help watch for new bills. Monitoring this is critical to our continued success in fighting for our Second Amendement rights, yet the process is quite easy.

Each volunteer will be assigned a group of 200 bill numbers. Simply visit the Bills and Resolutions page of the General Assembly, click on the number groups assigned to you, and check any that appear to effect us (normally this is best done by right clicking the bill, then clicking "open in a new tab". so you don't lose your place in the list).

Pay particular attention to bills that effect the following codes, including "shell bills" that change a single word but can be used for other purposes later. Appropriations bills can be ignored:

Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience. - C.S. Lewis

Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience. - C.S. Lewis

Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience. - C.S. Lewis

Aren't these the bills that we read when they were first introduced at the beginning of the session?

"A strong body makes the mind strong. As to the species of exercises, I advise the gun. While this gives moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprise and independence to the mind. Games played with the ball, and others of that nature, are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be your constant companion of your walks"
-Thomas Jefferson-

Now two flags fly above my land that really sum up how I feel. One is the colors that fly high and proud the red, the white, the blue. The other ones got a rattle snake with a simple statement made, don't tread on me, is what it says and I'll take that to my grave
-Aaron Lewis-

Aren't these the bills that we read when they were first introduced at the beginning of the session?

The bills above the line -------------------------- are those that were assigned last year (generally), and below the line are newer. I included the old ones so no one would wonder why I skipped a bunch.

Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience. - C.S. Lewis

"A strong body makes the mind strong. As to the species of exercises, I advise the gun. While this gives moderate exercise to the body, it gives boldness, enterprise and independence to the mind. Games played with the ball, and others of that nature, are too violent for the body and stamp no character on the mind. Let your gun therefore be your constant companion of your walks"
-Thomas Jefferson-

Now two flags fly above my land that really sum up how I feel. One is the colors that fly high and proud the red, the white, the blue. The other ones got a rattle snake with a simple statement made, don't tread on me, is what it says and I'll take that to my grave
-Aaron Lewis-

Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience. - C.S. Lewis

I'm new to all this, but i have alot of internet time available during the day. If someone can give me an idea of what's needed I'd be glad to help out with a number range.

Just click the link in my opening post to go to the General Assembly page for Bills and Resolutions. You'll see something like this:

Click on the group(s) assigned to you to get the full list of titles. It will be similar to this:

The bills indicated would definately be something to look at. Click them, read the descritpion, and post in this thread if they are firearm related. You can follow examples set in the earlier thread (see post #15 for example).

Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience. - C.S. Lewis

Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience. - C.S. Lewis

Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance 720 ILCS 5/7-1 from Ch. 38, par. 7-1Synopsis As IntroducedAmends the Criminal Code of 1961. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the use of force in defense of a person

SB2792

Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance 720 ILCS 5/7-2 from Ch. 38, par. 7-2Synopsis As IntroducedAmends the Criminal Code of 1961. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning justification in the use of force against another person in defense of a dwelling.

People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf. - George Orwell

A gun is like a parachute. If you need one, and don't have one, you'll probably never need one again.

Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance 720 ILCS 5/7-1 from Ch. 38, par. 7-1Synopsis As IntroducedAmends the Criminal Code of 1961. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the use of force in defense of a person

SB2792

Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance 720 ILCS 5/7-2 from Ch. 38, par. 7-2Synopsis As IntroducedAmends the Criminal Code of 1961. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning justification in the use of force against another person in defense of a dwelling.

Yeah, watch them real close. We've got a pretty good law in that regard, we sure as heck don't want to be giving anything up!! Good catch Lou!!!

Tim

P.S. and Cullerton's the sponsor. Watch them real close. Has anyone alerted .45 Superman about the activity here? He usually does the cataloging of bills and rating them. Or is he on sabatical??

Edited by abolt243, 02 February 2012 - 01:42 PM.Added sponsor

Are you a member of the ISRA?? If not, why not?? Join over 18,000 other Illinois gun owners in the fight for your rights!!!

The Roman Empire fell due to a large, corrupt government, overspending, an overextended military, insecure borders, and the illegal immigration of Goths, barbarians (anyone who was not educated), and religious fanatics. Sound familiar?

"..it does not require a majority to prevail, but rather an irate, tireless minority keen to set brush fires in people's minds.."--Samuel Adams

Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance 430 ILCS 65/1 from Ch. 38, par. 83-1Synopsis As IntroducedAmends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning a legislative declaration.

HB4394

Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance 720 ILCS 5/7-1 from Ch. 38, par. 7-1Synopsis As IntroducedAmends the Criminal Code of 1961. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the use of force in defense of a person.

People sleep peaceably in their beds at night only because rough men stand ready to do violence on their behalf. - George Orwell

A gun is like a parachute. If you need one, and don't have one, you'll probably never need one again.

Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance 430 ILCS 65/1 from Ch. 38, par. 83-1Synopsis As IntroducedAmends the Firearm Owners Identification Card Act. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning a legislative declaration.

HB4394

Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance 720 ILCS 5/7-1 from Ch. 38, par. 7-1Synopsis As IntroducedAmends the Criminal Code of 1961. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the use of force in defense of a person.

And, Madigan's sponsoring them. I've got my own ideas of what's up, but I'll keep them off the open board for right now.

Tim

Mauser,, If none of the new guys jump on the wagon and you need someone to take a bundle of bills, gimme some.

Are you a member of the ISRA?? If not, why not?? Join over 18,000 other Illinois gun owners in the fight for your rights!!!

The Roman Empire fell due to a large, corrupt government, overspending, an overextended military, insecure borders, and the illegal immigration of Goths, barbarians (anyone who was not educated), and religious fanatics. Sound familiar?

"..it does not require a majority to prevail, but rather an irate, tireless minority keen to set brush fires in people's minds.."--Samuel Adams

Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience. - C.S. Lewis

Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience. - C.S. Lewis

SB2835 - Amends the Criminal Code of 1961 and the Unified Code of Corrections. Permits currently employed and retired State correctional officers to carry their own firearms off duty without being in violation of the unlawful use of weapons and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon statutes if they meet certain training requirements.

SB2888 - Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the use of force in defense of a person.

Let me know if I need to put more info into these, thanks for letting me help.

SB2835 - Amends the Criminal Code of 1961 and the Unified Code of Corrections. Permits currently employed and retired State correctional officers to carry their own firearms off duty without being in violation of the unlawful use of weapons and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon statutes if they meet certain training requirements.

SB2888 - Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the use of force in defense of a person.

Let me know if I need to put more info into these, thanks for letting me help.

Good catches Rods!!! I think all Mauser wants it the bill number and a brief description just as you've done. They'll go on a list to watch and if they start to move, or get amended to substantial meaning, we'll know to make some calls.

Again, nice job!! Be careful though, if you get good at this Mauser will start assigning in blocks of 300!!!

Tim

Are you a member of the ISRA?? If not, why not?? Join over 18,000 other Illinois gun owners in the fight for your rights!!!

The Roman Empire fell due to a large, corrupt government, overspending, an overextended military, insecure borders, and the illegal immigration of Goths, barbarians (anyone who was not educated), and religious fanatics. Sound familiar?

"..it does not require a majority to prevail, but rather an irate, tireless minority keen to set brush fires in people's minds.."--Samuel Adams

Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience. - C.S. Lewis

Here's what I saw in the SB 3101 - 3300 batch I took. There are a couple of shell bills that refer to the administrative code but no language that concerns me at the moment. I noted the numbers and will check on them every few days to make sure they don't do an end run.

I'll work on the HB batch later tonight or first thing in the morning.

SB 3205 - SHELL BILL Creates the Law Enforcement Act. Contains only a short title provision. Sen. James F. Clayborne, Jr.

SB 3206 - SHELL BILL Creates the Law Enforcement Act. Contains only a short title provision. Sen. James F. Clayborne, Jr.

SB2835 - Amends the Criminal Code of 1961 and the Unified Code of Corrections. Permits currently employed and retired State correctional officers to carry their own firearms off duty without being in violation of the unlawful use of weapons and aggravated unlawful use of a weapon statutes if they meet certain training requirements.

SB2888 - Amends the Criminal Code of 1961. Makes a technical change in a Section concerning the use of force in defense of a person.

Let me know if I need to put more info into these, thanks for letting me help.

Good catches Rods!!! I think all Mauser wants it the bill number and a brief description just as you've done. They'll go on a list to watch and if they start to move, or get amended to substantial meaning, we'll know to make some calls.

Again, nice job!! Be careful though, if you get good at this Mauser will start assigning in blocks of 300!!!

Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience. - C.S. Lewis

Of all tyrannies, a tyranny sincerely exercised for the good of its victims may be the most oppressive. It would be better to live under robber barons than under omnipotent moral busybodies. The robber baron's cruelty may sometimes sleep, his cupidity may at some point be satiated; but those who torment us for our own good will torment us without end for they do so with the approval of their own conscience. - C.S. Lewis